There’ve been much written about the making of “Son of God,” and those behind the scenes producing it. Without getting into all that, I will share what moved me in watching this movie.
I felt the significance when Jesus put His hand out toward Barabbas and stopped him dead in his tracks. I can’t say that I’ve ever been touched by an angel before, but I do believe that I have been touched by the Hand of God in my lifetime. Enough to stop me in my tracks. Make me look heavenward. And to examine me.
I focused on Mary, and what she must have felt in all she’d gone through. She knew her son had a purpose and a mission to fulfill. Yet, she couldn’t have known the price it would take and all that she would witness along the way. How does a mother not yearn for her child to be safe? Not weep when they are hurt? Not grieve when they are lost? A mother will always want to protect her child from pain, wipe the tears, bare the blows, and heal the wounds. Even when they’re adults.
I cried when Mary reached out to Jesus, wanting, needing, and yearning to hold Him close. Yet she could not. It was not meant to be. His time had come. And she knew like she’d never known before as she watched Him embracing the cross.
I marveled at how her resolve strengthened, accepting the will of God regarding Jesus all the way to the cross. I imagined how hard that was for a mother to do. My favorite scene in this movie was Mary touching Jesus, the cross in between them, both are upholding it. Not necessarily that Mary had anything to do with His mission, but that she embraced God’s plan for His life. And death.
Letting go is not always easy, but it is necessary.
In this world, we all have our crosses to bear. Jesus said, “Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple.” Luke 14:27. Not an easy feat. The cross is heavy, but it never outweighs His grace. I’m so thankful for the cross and for God making all things new.
Mothers, embrace your children today and don’t ever stop praying for them.
© M.A. Perez 2014, All Rights Reserved
Reflections From the Heart 
Beautifully said. I love you mom!
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Great words, Mom 🙂
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This is beautiful. I can not imagine the added pain Mary had as Jesus’ mother. I definitely want to see this movie. I keep hearing good things about it.
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Thanks for stopping by and for the compliment, Traci. The movie moved me in certain parts. Enjoy!
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Beautifully stated! I cannot wait to see this. After losing my own child, I could not imagine Mary’s pain, yet incredible strength. Wonderful reminder to love our children today and pray incessantly for them. Thank you for your wonderful insights.
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Amen! And thank you for taking the time to comment, Daphne.
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I’m going to see it soon with my women’s church group. Looking forward to that and GOD’S NOT DEAD. My daughter tells me that 14 religious movies are coming out this year.
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Yes, Sandra – “God’s Not Dead” comes out on the 21st and “Noah” on the 28th of this month.
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I so enjoyed reading MA Perez ! Yes, let’s never stop praying for our children/grandchildren. Jesus, stopped me too.. in my tracks, and so glad he did. Keeping writing !
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Thank you Cindy! 🙂
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